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LEADERSHIP

The Chairman is appointed by the Libyan government and plays a critical role in Libya’s energy sector. He is supported by a Board of Directors who provides guidance and collectively make decisions regarding the NOC’s companies, policies and investments.

NOC leadership

The Libyan National Oil Corporation (LNOC) and its subsidiaries are governed by the Chairman, Farhat Ben Gdara.

The Chairman is appointed by the Libyan government and plays a critical role in Libya’s energy sector. He is supported by a Board of Directors who provides guidance and collectively make decisions regarding the NOC’s companies, policies and investments. The Board is also appointed by the Libyan government to fulfill the NOC’s remit. 

The Management Committee, comprised of senior executives with decades of experience, is responsible for the NOC’s day-to-day operations. The Management Committee oversees the various departments and functions within the Corporation.

NOC Leadership team

NOC Chairman

Farhat Ben Gdara was appointed as the Chairman of the Libyan National Oil Corporation on July 2022.

Ben Gdara has a 30-year track record in leading Libyan government entities and shaping government policies. He served as the Governor of the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) from 2006 until 2011, following the position of Deputy Governor from 2000 to 2006. Among his achievements were the development of the national banking system and the strengthening of the country’s inward investment, which had a profound impact on the national economy.

Ben Gdara has also held several senior positions in major European and Asian organizations, including Chairman of the Arab Banking Corporation International Bank, Chairman of the Arab Bank for Investment and Foreign Trade, Vice Chairman of UniCredit Group, and Advisor to Standard Charted Bank for GCC and MENA.

As a former member of the Libyan Supreme Council for Oil and Energy between 2006 and 2011, Ben Gdara has a deep understanding of the country’s energy sector and its role in national productivity.

Since becoming Chairman, Ben Gdara has introduced a strategic plan to increase the production of oil and gas, enhance Libya’s competitiveness in the energy sector, and optimize partnerships, while looking ahead to the role the company can play in the global transition to renewable energy sources.

Farhat Ben Gdara

NOC Chairman

Farhat Ben Gdara

NOC Chairman

NOC CHAIRMAN

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Board of Directors

The members of our Board of Directors possess exactly the right blend of expertise and experience to ensure NOC has the leadership needed to succeed, now and in the future.
Farhat Bengdara
Chairman

The Chairman has a 30-year track record leading Libyan government entities and shaping government policies. He formerly served as the Governor of the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) from 2006 until 2011 and has held senior positions in several leading multinational companies.

Masoud Suleman
Board Member
Hussain Safar
Board Member
Ahmad Ammar
Board Member
Khalifa Abdulsadek
Board Member
    Farhat Bengdara
    Chairman

    The Chairman has a 30-year track record leading Libyan government entities and shaping government policies. He formerly served as the Governor of the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) from 2006 until 2011 and has held senior positions in several leading multinational companies.

    Masoud Suleman
    Board Member
    Hussain Safar
    Board Member
    Ahmad Ammar
    Board Member
    Khalifa Abdulsadek
    Board Member

    former board members

    Muhammad Ali Al-Jaroushi
    1968
    1969
    Anis Ahmed Al-Shtewi
    1970
    1971
    Rajab Al-Masalati
    1972
    1973
    Saeed Ali Jamhour
    1974
    1975
    Omar Almuntaser
    1976
    1977
    Masoud Jurnaz
    1977
    1979
    Waheed Abu Qaqis
    1980
    1983
    Abdullah Albadri
    1983
    1990
    Hamouda Alaswad
    1990
    2000
    Ahmed Abulkarem
    2001
    2002
    Abulhafid Zeltne
    2002
    2004
    Abdullah Albadri
    2004
    2006
    Shoukre Ganem
    2006
    2011
    Omran Abu Karaa
    2011
    Nuri Berwen
    2011
    2014
    Mustafa Sanallah
    2014
    2022
    Farhat Bengdara
    2022